Entry Level Electrical Engineer Jobs in Spring Lake, NC

Position Summary: 

This person will be responsible for providing electrical and mechanical support in response to operational changes resulting from the malfunction, breakdown, relocation, replacement or other modifications of existing and new mechanical systems and/or equipment.

Essential Duties, Functions, and responsibilities:

• Analyze and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems in facility production equipment, identifying root causes and engineering solutions to prevent recurrence.

• Design and implement improvements to electrical control systems to optimize production efficiency and reduce downtime.

• Develop and oversee preventive programs based on engineering analysis to enhance overall equipment performance.

• Ensure all electrical systems and components comply with relevant safety regulations and electrical codes.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation to guide system diagnostics and upgrades.

• Experienced in industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and related control technologies. Able to configure, program, and troubleshoot automation equipment.

• Familiarity with platforms like Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar is preferred.

• Lead technical projects, including the installation and commissioning of new equipment and system upgrades.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production and quality assurance, to maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and product standards.

• Ensure compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures when bypassing safety guards or servicing equipment, including isolating electrical and pneumatic energy sources to maintain              a safe work environment.  

• Provide technical training and guidance to maintenance staff and production operators on electrical systems and best practices.

• Maintain up-to-date documentation on electrical systems, modifications, and activities for compliance and continuous improvement efforts.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. 

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required or preferred. 

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.

• Minimum of two years of experience as a Electrical technician in a related industry.

• Must achieve Minimum Effectiveness Level (MEL) within 3 years of Hire Date.

• Extensive knowledge of Electrical designs, installations, maintenance and repairs.

• Ability to solve problems by using theorical knowledge in the field of discipline and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to work independently to make decisions under the direct supervision of a professional in the field.

• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a time sensitive environment.

• Ability to direct clearly and concisely with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Basic computer skills.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, and work orders in the English language preferred.

• Bilingual ability in both spoken and written Spanish and English is preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. 

• Must be able to work with all types of electrical equipment and tools.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or                      humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibration. 

• The duties of this job require a person to stop, bend, work off knees, climb ladders and work in high areas up to 130 feet, work in dark areas and work in confined spaces after trained to                do so.

• Must be able to climb ladder and wear fall protection as necessary.

• The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

NORMAL WORK HOURS:  

• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management.  

• Overtime and changes in schedule will be required as special circumstance arise.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. 

Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.